JUNE 25, 2017 12TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME APOSTLES PETER AND PAUL AREA FAITH COMMUNITY WELCOME AND BLESSINGS TO ALL WHO ENTER OUR CHURCHES! CHURCH OF ST. PAUL 410 5th St. - PO Box 248, Nicollet, MN 56074 Office Hours: Tuesday - Thursday... 9:00am Noon Office (Chris)... 507-232-3857 Hall... 507-232-3897 Email... stpaulccnicollet@gmail.com Deacon Steve Spilman... 507-217-6432 Dale Mack - Admin. Chair... 507-232-3496 Sharon Steffen - Social Concerns... 507-232-3887 CHURCH OF ST. PETER 1801 W Broadway Ave., St. Peter, MN 56082 Office Hours Monday - Thursday... 7:30am - 3:30pm Friday... 7:30am - 11:30am Office (Sarah)... 507-931-1628 Rectory (does not transfer to office)... 507-934-5086 Email... office@churchofstpeter.org Website... churchofstpeter.org BULLETIN DEADLINE SOCIAL MEDIA St. Peter - Monday 4pm St. Paul - Tuesday 9:30am @churchofstpeterstpeter @churofstpeter View From The Ambo AREA FAITH COMMUNITY CONTACTS Father Todd Petersen... 507-931-1628 X 110 Director of Music (Barbara)... 507-931-1628 X126 Faith Formation Director (Mary)... 507-931-1628 X 144 Youth Minister (Heather)... 507-931-1628 X 143 Business Manager (Jennifer)... 507-931-1628 X 101 Deacon John Reed... 507-519-1507 Cemetery Chair (Warren Michels)... 507-931-2839 JOHN IRELAND SCHOOL 1801 W Broadway Ave., St. Peter, MN 56082 Office Hours (during school year) M-F 7:30am-3:30pm Office (Heather)... 507-931-2810 Principal (Colleen Wenner)... 507-931-2810 X 146 Email... colleen.wenner@johnirelandschool.org Website... churchofstpeter.org/ji SACRAMENTS Baptisms (Mary)... 507-931-1628 X 144 Marriages... Contact Pastor as soon as Engaged Reconciliation... See Schedule or Contact for individual appointments MISSION STATEMENT: United and inspired by the Holy Trinity, we are disciples guiding disciples.
UPCOMING SCHEDULES Weekly Schedule June 25 July 2, 2017 Sunday, June 25 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time Jeremiah 20:10-13 / Roams 5:12-15 / Matthew 10:26-33 8:00 am... Mass, St. Paul 10:00 am... (+Ashley Leonard) Mass, St. Peter 11:00 am... Riverblenders, St. Peter Monday, June 26 Genesis 12:1-9 / Matthew 7:1-5 8:00 am... (+Bonnie Luskey), St. Peter Tuesday, June 27 Genesis 13:2, 5-18 / Matthew 7:6, 12-14 8:00 am... (+Patrick Schmitz), St. Peter 6:30 pm... St. Peter Administrative Council Ministry of Liturgy Schedule July 1/2 July 1-5:00 pm SERVERS: Sky Gassman, Liam Schloesser EME: Denise Attenberger, Eileen Attenberger, Bert Connor, Bill Leonard, Marie Miller GIFTS: Jeff & Jean Germscheid LECTOR: Shawn Schloesser USHERS: Bob Genelin, Curt Thelen July 2-10:00 am SERVERS: Kaylie Grack, Makayla Moline EME: Joe & Teresa Kienlen, Mark & Sue Krzmarzick, Pat Miller, Mark Siebels, Kathy Steiner GIFTS: Greg & Kathy Schmidt LECTOR: Charles Niederriter USHERS: Tom Conlon, Keith Keogh, Greg Schmidt Wednesday, June 28 Genesis 15:1-12, 17-18 / Matthew 7:15-20 7:30 am... Confession, St. Paul 8:00 am... Mass, St. Paul 7:00 pm... Riverblenders Concert, St. Peter Thursday, June 29 Acts 12:1-11 / Matthew 16:13-19 8:00 am... (+Gerald Willaert), St. Peter 1:00 pm 10:00 pm... Adoration 6:30 pm. Ss. Peter and Paul Mass and Potluck, St. Paul Friday, June 30 Genesis 17:1, 9-10, 15-22 / Matthew 8:1-4 8:00 am... (+Jim & Nancy Vetter), St. Peter Saturday, July 1 Genesis 18:1-15 / Matthew 8:5-17 Mission Appeal 4:00 pm... Confession, St. Peter 5:00 pm... Mass (+Charlotte & Bucky Walter), St. Peter Sunday, July 2 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time 2 Kings 4:8-11, 14-16 / Matthew 10:37-42 Mission Appeal 8:00 am... Mass, St. Paul 10:00 am... (Parish Family) Mass, St. Peter 11:00 am... Riverblenders, St. Peter St. Peter Public Access TV Channel 7 Church of St. Peter Sunday Mass: Mondays 7 pm Tuesday - 9 am Finding God Through Faith & Reason Episode 6 Fr. Robert Spitzer, S.J., Ph.D., lends insight into new evidence gathered from the fields of contemporary philosophy and physics, which supports proof for the existence of God. The universe itself connotes the existence of a Creator, and the principle of intelligent design leads to a logical conclusion about the nature of God. Wednesday, June 28 @ 9 pm Thursday, June 29 @ 10 am 2 Church of St. Peter
A NOTE FROM FATHER Dear Parishioners, Last Sunday, the Trustees and Administrative Council of St. Peter had an emergency meeting to discuss the sign and air conditioning. We decided to replace the compressor for now, and know that in the long run we will have to replace the whole chiller. At this time, we do not have the money for the full replacement. To cover the cost of the condenser, we have two generous donations, remaining money from the Building Fund of Christ our Life Campaign. We are also moving ahead with the LED road sign. We will be reimbursed by insurance for the replacement costs of the sign once we begin and what money is left over (about $17,000) then can be used for the compressor. In addition to the insurance money, we have money already given for the LED sign and from the Children s fund (the purpose of which is to purchase something special for the building). We began the process of seeking Diocesan approval and ordering the replacement condenser immediately. At time of writing, we have reasonable hope to have it installed this week if not already. The road sign project will begin shortly, too. Thank you for your support and understanding that both projects can be done, and that we are aware of the need for the AC most especially. We thank you for your continual support for our parish. We ask your continued prayers and support of our parish's finances, especially during times of greater needs. We especially ask that you consider signing up for online giving at churchofstpeter.wesharonline.org so your support of our parish can continue, even if you are away for the weekend. In Christ, Fr. Todd JOHN IRELAND NEWS www.churchofstpeter.org/ji We are a Catholic community welcoming students of all faiths, devoted to Gospel Values, Academic Excellence, and Christian Service. Don't forget to include prayer into your summer days! 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time 3
CHURCH OF ST. PAUL SUNDAY COLLECTION CHURCH OF ST. PAUL Sunday, 6/18/17 Adult - $1,370.00 / Plate - $171.00 Cemetery Perpetual Care: St. Paul $50.00 UPCOMING EVENTS THURSDAY: 6:30pm Ss. Peter and Paul Feast Day Mass and Potluck MASS SCHEDULE AND INTENTIONS Wednesday, 6/21-8:00 am Hub Zins Sunday, 6/25 8:00 am Dick Renne MINISTRY OF LITURGY SUNDAY, JUNE 25 USHERS: Mike Holmin, Rick Meurer, Randy Renne LECTOR: Barb Holmin EME: Barb Bushlack, Bab Holmin, Bev Mayer, Clarice Rosin, Brenda Thompson SACRISTAN: Bill Bushlack SERVERS: John Hiniker GIFTS: Clarice Rosin, Brenda Thompson GREETERS: Rick Meurer THE SICK AND/OR HOMEBOUND God is taking care of you. Pat Anton, Sister Miriam Ardolf, Pam Bernal, LeAnna Brown, Mary Deneffe, Millie Dorn, Charlie and Dianne Epper, Heather Giefer, Lisa Hackett Family, Sarah Iverson, Helyna Mack, Herman Mettler, Shirley Michels, Daniel Podol, Matt Reichard, Stacy Schultz, Pat Zins, Autumn, Rob, Scott. We pray for all who are ill or hospitalized. Nursing Home Residents: Rose Marie Zins, Oak Hills Living Center, New Ulm. Group Homes: Nadine Brown, James Weber, Mary Jo Weber. Assisted Living: Mary Ann Mans, Benedictine Living Community, St. Peter. Fran Renne, Monarch Meadows, North Mankato. PARISH NOTES 1. Thank you to everyone who helped make our Parish Festival a success this year. We thank the many volunteers who gave their time, the many donors who contributed money, desserts, merchandise and, of course, to all parishioners who participated on Festival Day. We need all of you to make our Festival a success. A detailed report will follow in a few weeks. Festival Numbers: There were 329 dinners and 2,699 raffle tickets sold. - Sincere Thanks from the Festival Planning Committee. 2. Funeral Committee Note: Please call Bev Mayer, 232-3803, to donate a salad or cake. 3. We are installing a new front and west sidewalk this summer. The paver stones will be removed and are free if you can assist in the removal. I am thankful to You, O God, for the joy that is in my life. For friendship and laughter, for the mere joy of living, I am truly grateful. Amen 4 Church of St. Peter
CHURCH OF ST. PETER Peter s Pence Collection June 24/25 Our second collection today is for Peter s Pence, a worldwide collection that supports the charitable works of Pope Francis. Funds from this collection helps victims of war, oppression, and natural disasters. Take this opportunity to join with Pope Francis and be a witness of charity to our suffering brothers and sisters. Please be generous today. For more information, visit ww.usccb.org/peters-pence. Mission Appeals Weekend Next weekend will be having a missionary here. Pallottines is a religious community of over 2300 members spread over several countries in the five continents. It was founded in Rome in 1835 by St. Vincent Pallotti. He is considered the pioneer in championing the role of the Laity in the mission of the Church. We run orphanages for poor boys and girls, run educational institutions, dispensaries and other charitable works along with proclaiming the gospel and faith formation. We undertake many social work programs directly aimed at helping the poor and needy and empowering women. They are happy to share the fact our mission is growing and expanding in India as well as in Zambia. We look forward to your help and support to continue our work. Church of St. Peter Thrift & Consignment Store (507) 931-9150 Looking to give back to the church? Volunteers are needed at the Thrift Store. Another opportunity is to help by donating they are in need of kitchen appliances. Save The Date Join us at St. Paul this Thursday, June 29 for 6:30pm Mass followed by potluck supper in honor of our patron Sts. Peter and Paul. Adoration Family Hour How can families of young children teach their children about adoring our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament? To help our families with young children expose their children to our Lord, we are reserving the hour from 6-7 pm on Thursdays for families. We hope that this will be a great way to help our children become comfortable praying before the Eucharist and allow time for families to pray together. We encourage families of young children to stop in during this hour to begin teaching your children to pray in front of the Blessed Sacrament. Begin with 5 minutes or as long as your children are able. Adults without young children are still welcome at this time. And families are also welcome at any time during Adoration. Catholic Daughters Anyone wishing to attend a workshop in September call Regent Lisa before August 10. In need of some 4th of July Decor? Come check out the store. Store Hours: M-F 9-5 and Saturday 9-4. Vacation Bible School Sunday, August 6 - Wednesday, August 9 6:00-8:30pm Ages: Age 4 - Entering 5th Grade $13 per child Registrations Due: July 18 th Register today online at churchofstpeter.org! 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time 5
Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend "Let love be sincere; hate what is evil, hold on to what is good, love one another with mutual affection." - Romans 12:9-10. A Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend is a private weekend for married couple to grow in their love. The next available Weekends are Jul 14-16, 2017 in Buffalo, MN and Nov 17-19, 2017 in Windom, MN. Early registration is highly recommended. For more i n f o r m a t i o n v i s i t o u r w e b s i t e at: southmnwwme.org or contact Miki at applications@southmnwwme.org or 507-227- 8229. AREA NEWS Grief and Loss Support Group This group is for anyone suffering a significant loss. Sharing experiences with others can often help us manage the pain that is a natural part of grieving. Facilitated by a VINE Community Living Coaches and Saint Peter Community and Senior Centers. Wednesday, June 28, July 26 and August 23, 10am 12pm, Saint Peter Community Center Room 215. Please call Gabriela at the Senior Center with any questions, 934-0667. Harkin Store The Harkin Store will be honoring the dairy industry by serving dairy products for sampling. Admission to the program is included with the admission to the store. The 1870's Alexander Harkin general store would have had different cheeses for customers to sample. The store is open everyday except Mondays in June, July and August from 10 to 5 pm with programs on Sunday afternoons from 1 to 4 pm. The gift shop is open the same hours as the store and has many books, toys, unique and hand crafted items, also 10 cent candy. The store is located nine miles northwest of New Ulm on Nicollet County Road 21, or the bottom road, or nine miles east of Fort Ridgely. For more information contact the store at 1-507-354-8666, or Nicollet County Historical Society which operates the store at 1-507-934-2160. Noontime Summer Organ Recitals All are welcome to Christ the King and Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Mankato on Tuesdays June to August at 12:10pm for Noontime Sumer Organ Recitals. Cost is free. For full line up and place log onto agosiouztrails.org. 6 Church of St. Peter Plenary Indulgence Available for Centennial of Our Lady of Fatima Apparitions In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the apparitions of Our Lady of Fatima, Pope Francis has granted a plenary indulgence. The plenary indulgence of the jubilee is granted to the pious faithful who: Visit with devotion of image of Our Lady of Fatima solemnly displayed for public veneration in any church, chapel or shrine on the days of the anniversary of the apparitions: July 13th, August 13th, September 13th and October 13th Devotedly participate in any celebration or prayer in honor of the Virgin Mary Pray the Our Father, recite the Symbol of Faith (Creed) and invoke Our Lady of Fatima And, truly penitent and animated with charity, fulfill the following conditions: sacramental confession, Eucharistic communion and prayer for the intensions of the Holy Father.
Treasure: Fiscal Year July 2016 - June 2017 Week ending: June 18, 2017 (current fiscal year) STEWARDSHIP Offertory Envelopes $ 4,736.57 Electronic Giving-Offertory $ - Loose Plate $ 145.01 Total Weekly Offertory $ 4,881.58 Year to Date Contributions $ 423,206.22 Year to Date Budget $ 528,826.00 Year to Date Difference $ (105,619.78) Please note: To meet budget expenses, we need $10,587.00/week in adult envelopes. This week s shortfall was $5,705.42. Your support is greatly appreciated. Online Giving Want a quick, easy, and safe way to donate to the church online? We now have an option for online giving. Contact the parish if you wish to stop receiving envelopes if you are giving electronically. http://churchofstpeter.weshareonline.org Save the Date Discipleship Day Saturday, September 30. For those working in Evangelization and Catechesis or anyone looking to grow in their faith. Recognizing the 25th Anniversary of the English publication of The Catechesis of the Catholic Church. Guest speaker Dr. Sean Innerst. 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time 7